Who Puts Family First
Certain circumstances make the adoption of your grandchildren perfectly sensible. No matter the reason, this path is a profound and life-changing event. Even though you are coming purely from a place of love, there are factors you should be aware of. Knowing them will...
Finalizing your divorce comes with relief and a fresh start. While it may seem daunting during the process there are several proactive steps you can take to kickstart your new life post-divorce. 1. Rediscover your interests During a marriage, it is common for...
Parenting plans provide guidance on child-rearing after a divorce. Accordingly, it is important to establish a clear and effective plan to reduce stress and conflict. A reliable parenting plan also provides stability and structure for children during challenging...
In an effort to update child custody laws and how courts handle child custody to help ensure the focus remains on the children in a case, many states, including Pennsylvania, have begun using parenting plans. A parenting plan is an agreement between the two parents on...
The joy of expanding your family through adoption can be one of the most rewarding experiences. However, it also comes with an intricate and sometimes confusing process. In Pennsylvania, the adoption process involves several steps, each with its own rules and...
When your Pennsylvania marriage ends and your former spouse was the main breadwinner in your relationship, you may decide to ask for him or her for alimony. Whether you receive alimony, and if so, how much you might get and for how long, depends on a variety of...
Divorce can be highly stressful for you, your spouse and your children, especially if the circumstances surrounding your split are contentious. In all likelihood, though, neither you nor your spouse wish for a prolonged or stressful series of events and can instead...
Whether you have concerns about your children, marital property or other ways divorce could impact your life, ending your marriage could necessitate careful consideration of various issues. In addition, you should familiarize yourself with the different requirements...
In life, unforeseen circumstances sometimes require grandparents to step in and assume a parenting role for their grandchildren. In Pennsylvania, specific legal statutes allow for this to happen. Consider what circumstances may allow a Pennsylvanian grandparent to...
The Protection From Abuse Act provides strict protections to persons who experience abuse at the hands of a loved one or family member. PFA protections do not exist for casual relationships, but rather, for current or ex-spouses, family members related by blood or...